Shockwave therapy is a clinically proven treatment for chronic (long term) soft tissue injuries. Shockwave treatment is usually recomended for clients who have already had previous therapies that have not resolved the problem.

Shockwave treatment restarts the body's self healing mechanisms. This is done through sound waves which initiate a pro flamatory response in the tissues where the shockwave treatment is applied.

Types of injuries that may be suitable for Shockwave therapy

Tennis elbow

Achilles tendonopathy

Plantar faciitis

Patellar tendonopathy

Sucess rate

Documented international results show an overall result rate of 77% this is with clients who have had a long term problem and have not been cured by other treatments. We expect a possitive outcome from this treatment. However, we do recomend a review after 12 weeks. At this stage if your symptoms persist we will recomend an alternative course of action.

Is the shockwave treatment itself painful?

The shockwave treatment itself can be a bit painful, but most people can stand these few intense minutes without medication. If you are in pain during the treatment please notify your therapist imediately the settings can be adjusted to accomodate individuals.

Will I be in pain after the treatment?

You will normally experience a reduced level of pain or no pain at all immediately after the treatment, but a mild and diffused pain may occur a few hours later. This dull pain can last for a day or so. this can be treated with ordinary painkillers but anti-inflamatory medicine should or ice should not be used.

Cost

A course of 3 treatments £295

If you are unsure if this treatment is right for you, please come in for an physiotherapy assessment session, if the treatment is not right for you then this session will cost the same as a usual physiotherapy session (£35)